Untitled
1939
gouache
paperboard
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
1939
gouache
paperboard
From the collection of Museum of Modern Art
Untitled is a 1939 gouache by Edward Chavez, held at Museum of Modern Art.
This painting shows a horse and its foal standing close together on a grassy, rocky shore. The horse is dark brown with a lighter mane, and the foal is a warm reddish-brown. Behind them, the water is painted in soft, wavy blues and greens, while the land is a mix of earthy browns and greens. The artist used quick, loose brushstrokes to capture the animals and their surroundings. The colors feel warm and natural, like a sunny day near water. If you like this style, look up gouache to see how it’s made.
